Awareness Matters

The College of Social Science recognizes and honors the holidays, celebrations and awareness campaigns that happen in different communties year-round. Click on each month to learn more about the events that are happening!
  • January

    Poverty in America Awareness Month
    Poverty in America Awareness Month draws attention to the plight of the underprivileged in American life (semi-official site).

    Holocaust Remembrance Day

     

  • February

    American History Month

    Black History Month
    Black History Month pays honor to the millions of African Americans who have contributed to all aspects of American life.

    Canadian History Month

    Human Relations Month
    Human Relations Month celebrates the work of human relations departments throughout the country in fostering productive and healthy work environments.

  • March

    Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
    Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month highlights the many ways in which people with and without disabilities come together to form strong, diverse communities.

    Greek-American Heritage Month
    Greek-American Heritage Month celebrates the contributes of Grecian peoples to American life.

    Gender Equality Month
    Gender Equality Month raises awareness of the plight of all humans to enjoy access to this nation’s institutions, regardless of their gender identity.

    Irish-American Heritage Month
    Irish-American Heritage Month celebrates the contributes of Irish peoples to American life.

    Ethnic Equality Month
    Ethnic Equality Month raises awareness of the plight of all humans to enjoy access to this nation’s institutions, regardless of their ethnicity.

    National Women's History Month
    National Women’s History Month highlights the vital role of women in American history.

    National Multiple Sclerosis Education and Awareness Month
    National Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Education and Awareness Month highlights the plight of MS sufferers around the world.

  • April

    Community Service Month

    Earth Month
    Earth Month celebrates the efforts of people around the world to step up to care for our planet and commit to a sustainable world.

    Autism Awareness Month
    Autism Awareness Month promotes autism awareness and celebrates efforts to ensure that all affected by autism are able to achieve the highest quality of life possible.

    Arab-American Heritage Month
    Arab-American Heritage Month celebrates the contributions of Arab-Americans to American life and their struggles to receive full protections as American citizens.

    Tartan (Scottish-American) Heritage Month
    Tartan Heritage Month celebrates the contributions of Scottish-Americans to American life.

  • May

    National Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
    National Asian and Pacific American Heritage Month commemorates the efforts of Asian and Pacific Islander Americans in shaping the country which we now enjoy.

    Haitian Heritage Month
    Haitian Heritage Month celebrates appreciation for Haitian culture and heritage, which have immeasurably enriched the lives of the people of this nation.

    South Asian Heritage Month
    South Asian Heritage Month celebrates the contributions of South Asians to American life.

    Jewish-American Heritage Month
    Jewish-American Heritage Month celebrate the contributions Jewish Americans have made to American life.

    Mental Health Month
    Mental Health Month raises awareness about mental health, fights stigma, provides support, educates the public and advocates for policies that support people with mental illness and their families.

    Personal History Awareness Month
    Personal History Awareness Month raises awareness about the importance of preserving and sharing people’s life stories.

    Speech and Hearing Awareness Month
    Speech and Hearing Awareness Month raises awareness about communication disorders.

    Older Americans Month
    Older Americans Month acknowledges the contributions of past and current older persons to our country.

  • June

    National Caribbean American Heritage Month
    National Caribbean American Heritage Month celebrates the rich history and vibrant culture of Americans with origins in the Caribbean.

    LGBT Pride Month
    LGBT Pride Month celebrates the impact that lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender individuals have had on history locally, nationally, and internationally.

    Black Music Month
    African-American Music Month celebrates the African American musical influences that comprise an essential part of our nation’s treasured cultural heritage.

  • July

    French-American Heritage Month
    French-American Heritage Month celebrates the contributions those of French ancestry have made to American life.

  • August

    National Civility Month
    National Civility Month encourages kindness and respect towards others at home and at work.

  • September

    Hispanic Heritage Month
    Hispanic Heritage Month celebrates the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America.

    National Guide Dog Month
    National Guide Dog Month celebrates guide dogs, seeing-eye dogs, service pets, and other assistance animals.

    Suicide Prevention Month

  • October

    Bullying Prevention Month
    Bullying Prevention Month seeks to stop bullying and cyberbullying and put an end to hatred and racism by increasing awareness of the prevalence and impact of all forms of bullying on all children of all ages.

    Domestic Violence Awareness Month
    Domestic Violence Awareness Month raises awareness of domestic abuse in all its forms.

    Down Syndrome Awareness Month
    Down Syndrome Awareness Month seeks to raise awareness of Down Syndrome and advocate for recognition of the needs and capabilities of those who experience it.

    Family History Month
    Family History Month celebrates the research of individuals’ family history.

    Filipino-American Heritage Month
    Filipino-American Heritage Month highlights the research, examination, and promulgation of Filipino American history and culture.

    Italian-American Heritage Month
    Italian-American Heritage Month recognizes the rich heritage of Americans of Italian descent and celebrate their immeasurable contributions to our Nation.

    LGBT History Month
    LGBT History Month commemorates the gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender Americans whose many and varied contributions have enriched our national life.

    National Disability Employment Awareness Month

    National German Heritage Month
    German Heritage Month (Sept. 15-Oct. 15) celebrates how German-American have contributed to American society and culture.

    Global Diversity Awareness Month
    Global Diversity Awareness Month, a month to celebrate and increase awareness about the diversity of cultures and ethnicities and the positive impact diversity can have on society.

    National Work and Family Month
    National Work and Family Month celebrates progress towards creating more flexible work environments and helping individuals better balance their work-life commitments.

    Polish-American Heritage Month
    Polish-American Heritage Month celebrates the influence of Polish-Americans on American life.

  • November

    National Native American Heritage Month
    Native American Heritage Month celebrates the significant contributions the first Americans made to the establishment and growth of the United States.

    National American Indian & Alaska Native Heritage Month

  • December

    Universal Human Rights Month
    Universal Human Rights Month celebrates humans' inalienable rights, irrespective of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, language, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property, birth or other status.

    Staff Appreciation Day

     

Accolades